How To Fix STC_TM006 - Error in task list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC_TM - Task List Manager Messages

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Error in task list

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC_TM006 - Error in task list ?

  The SAP error message STC_TM006 indicates that there is an error in a task list, which is typically related to the SAP Transport Management System (TMS) or background processing tasks. This error can occur for various reasons, including issues with task list configuration, missing authorizations, or problems with the underlying transport requests.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The task list may not be properly configured or may contain invalid entries.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the task may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions defined in the task list.
  Transport Request Issues: There may be issues with the transport requests associated with the task list, such as missing or incomplete requests.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or inconsistencies that are causing the task list to fail.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Task List Configuration:
  
  Review the task list configuration in transaction STC01 (for task management) or STC02 (for task list management).
  Ensure that all steps in the task list are correctly defined and that there are no missing or invalid entries.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user executing the task has the necessary authorizations. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  If necessary, adjust the user roles or permissions to ensure they have access to the required objects.
  
  
  
  Inspect Transport Requests:
  
  Check the transport requests associated with the task list. Use transaction SE09 or SE10 to review the status of transport requests.
  Ensure that all requests are released and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Analyze Logs:
  
  Check the logs for more detailed error messages. You can do this in transaction ST22 (for dumps) or SM21 (for system logs).
  Look for any related error messages that might provide additional context for the STC_TM006 error.
  
  
  
  Re-execute the Task List:
  
  After addressing any identified issues, try to re-execute the task list to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to STC_TM006. There may be specific patches or updates that resolve the problem.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  STC01: Task Management
  STC02: Task List Management
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer
  SU53: Authorization Check
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on task lists and transport management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the STC_TM006 error in your SAP system.